1976 Ford Maverick vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1976 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 396 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Maverick | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Maverick | Vixen |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |